Former Dunfermline Athletic player signs up at Mossmorran

Fife Ethylene Plant apprentice Ross Drummond has just netted his dream job as an electrical technician with the company after a youth contract to play football with Dunfermline failed to kick off.
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Ross Drummond

Ross (25), who lives in Kirkcaldy, completed a four year Modern Apprenticeship at Mossmorran which saw him study full time at Forth Valley College for 18 months before continuing his studies one day a week for the next three years with on site training and assessment.

The former Balwearie High School pupil said: “I had applied for an apprenticeship when I came out of school, but then football took over.

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“When that didn’t work out I decided to re-apply for a ‘proper job’ by going for an apprenticeship and I was lucky enough to be accepted.

“I used to drive past Mossmorran and I was always interested about what went on there.

“I knew a few people who worked there and they always said good things about the place, so it was great when I was told I had been accepted.

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“My year at Forth Valley College turned into 18 months as I did an extra six months on a new trial for hand tools and I really loved it.

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“The course and the facilities were great and I was getting full training while being paid by ExxonMobil.

“After the 18 months I went to college a day a week to continue working towards an HNC and learning on the job.

“This is a great place and I love coming to work. Everyone is so welcoming and it’s like one big family.”

Jim Gillon, electrical first line supervisor, who mentored Ross throughout his apprenticeship, said: “Ross was an exemplary apprentice and has been rewarded by getting a full-time job as an electrical technician with us.

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“By the start of his third year his mature and positive outlook earned him extra responsibilities and his experience levels have continued to grow fast.

“I see a bright future ahead for him and the ball is in his court to reach out and make the most of it.”